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Focus on the Family is a half-hour daily dose of encouragement and advice for the family with keys to stronger marriages, effective parenting, deeper relationships and a more satisfying lifestyle. Focus on the Family has become one of today's most recognized Christian radio programmes.
Daily English South Africa Society & Culture · Religion & Spirituality
1,983 Episodes
1140 – 1160

Thriving in the Second Half of Marriage (Part 2 of 2)

After you’ve spent 20 or 30 years with your spouse, it would be a shame to throw all those memories away. Dr. Gary Chapman helps your relationship thrive, by suggesting three key questions to ask your spouse, so you can both enjoy the decades to come.
7 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Thriving in the Second Half of Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

After the children are grown, your marriage CAN thrive. Dr. Gary Chapman shares how to navigate job changes, health concerns, and the seasons of marriage, during the empty nest years. Trusted advice to stick with your spouse - “until death do us part”
6 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Mothers and Sons: Being a Godly Influence (Part 2 of 2)

It’s not uncommon for moms to feel intimidated when parenting a boy—but God chose you for this specific purpose! Rhonda Stoppe offers encouragement and practical help to women who want to raise good and godly men. It’s a challenging role for moms, but God will equip you
5 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Mothers and Sons: Being a Godly Influence (Part 1 of 2)

It’s not uncommon for moms to feel intimidated when parenting a boy—but God chose you for this specific purpose! Rhonda Stoppe offers encouragement and practical help to women who want to raise good and godly men. It’s a challenging role for moms, but God will equip you.
4 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Nurturing Your Child’s Purpose and Passion

You want to raise your children to be resilient and confident, with a solid identity in Christ. But sometimes, their confidence comes under attack. Cyndie Claypool de Neve offers tools to help you encourage your child in healthy, positive ways. Learn to steer clear of fear-based parenting as you build…
1 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min

Choose You This Day (Part 2 of 2)

What will greet you, when you arrive at Heaven’s pearly gates? Angels playing harps? Saint Peter, with the keys to the kingdom? Anne Graham Lotz will explain what the Bible actually says about Heaven, and what it will be like to live in such an amazing place.
30 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Choose You This Day (Part 1 of 2)

What will greet you, when you arrive at Heaven’s pearly gates? Angels playing harps? Saint Peter, with the keys to the kingdom? Anne Graham Lotz will explain what the Bible actually says about Heaven, and what it will be like to live in such an amazing place.
29 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Connecting Spiritually with Your Spouse

Connecting with your spouse is important, and when you can come together on a spiritual level, it takes your relationship to new heights. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley open up about their struggles and joys in finding that bond. They also outline some practical ways for connecting with your spouse,…
28 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Walking Through Depression

Dealing with depression is a struggle, but you’re not alone. Paul Asay shares personal insights to give you a glimpse into the dark and troubling world of depression and a few simple ways to manage it.
27 Jun 2021 6PM 26 min

Loving the Story of Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)

Brad and Marilyn Rhoads return to share more about their marital journey — and the incredible six-month road trip they took with their five kids. The adventure revitalized their family, strengthened their marriage, and helped them launch a powerful marriage ministry for other couples.
24 Jun 2021 6PM 26 min

Loving the Story of Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

What’s the biggest thing missing from today’s marriages? GRACE. We’ll hear one couple’s story of blaming each other for their unhappiness — until their eyes were opened to their own selfishness and sin. Together, they discovered God’s grace and reconciliation.
23 Jun 2021 6PM 26 min

Making Peace with Unfulfilled Dreams

As a kid, you had big hopes and dreams for your life. And then, reality set it. Chrystal Evans Hurst shares how she had to place her aspirations aside first, as a teenage single mother, then again later in life when she became the breadwinner for her family. You’ll be…
22 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Reducing Conflict in Your Marriage

You can have healthy communication with your spouse that doesn’t end in a fight! Fawn Weaver shares how you can reduce conflict in your marriage by making small, intentional changes. You’ll learn some basic rules of engagement with your spouse
21 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Letting God’s Light Shine Through Your Marriage

Ryan and Selena Frederick want your marriage to be more like stained glass — so the light of God’s glory can shine through you! Discover how transparency can transform your relationship — with God, your spouse, and your community.
20 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Encouragement for Being a Great Dad

Every dad could use an extra dose of encouragement in his daily routine! If you’re not sure how to be a better dad, Jay Payleinter, A father of five who’s “been there/done that”, Jay will share fun and tangible ways you can invest in your children’s lives.
17 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Raising Godly Children in Today's Culture

Parents, it’s time to step up and be…a parent Arlene Pellicane shares her fun stories and power-packed research to encourage you with nuts-and-bolts reminders of strong parenting—teaching respect, instilling character, and spending intentional time with your children.
16 Jun 2021 6PM 26 min

Conversation Around Intimacy

Maybe sex is not something you're used to talking about, maybe it's been taboo in your household. Why it's so important that we do talk about sex within a godly marriage. After surveying hundreds of couples the Rosbergs have discovered what spouses absolutely love and hate about sex
15 Jun 2021 6PM 26 min

Holding on To Christ Through All Seasons ( Part 2 of 2 )

If you’re finding it hard to hold on to God amidst life’s struggles and pitfalls, you’ll want to tune your ear to the next, Our guest about her journey of faith, finding God and what Christ has brought her through.
14 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Holding on To Christ Through All Seasons (Part 1 of 2)

If you’re finding it hard to hold on to God amidst life’s struggles and pitfalls, you’ll want to tune your ear, as we chat to our guest about her journey of faith, finding God and what Christ has brought her through.
13 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Being Seen by God

Even in the midst of mundane moments, God sees you and loves you. Sara Hagerty shares her story of facing ministry burnout and offers help on finding your true identity in Christ…and not in what you do. She’ll help you learn how to experience God in everyday, ordinary moments.
10 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min
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